TRC Replacement Nib for Rollerball Pen

The nib of the TRC brass ink roller can be replaced if damaged or after prolonged storage with dried ink – this replacement nib makes that possible. Crafted from plastic and metal, it fits precisely into the rollball mechanism and restores the pen's clean, even 0.5 mm line. Compatible with the TRC Brass Ink Roller and the Traveler's Factory Green Ink Roller.

Features

• Precise compatibility: Designed for the TRC Brass Ink Roller and the Factory Green Ink Roller – no searching for generic spare parts that might fit.
• 0.5 mm line width: The ball rolls smoothly across the paper and produces a fine, defined line – ideal for handwriting, sketches and brief notes on the go.
• Bridging longer storage periods: If you don't use the pen for a while, you risk dried ink in the nib. With this replacement nib, the roller is quickly ready for use again without having to replace the entire pen.
• Instructions included: Changing the nib is straightforward – an enclosed replacement guide walks you through the process step by step.
• Not archival: The rollball ink with standard fountain pen cartridge is not archival and not waterproof – unsuitable for documents requiring preservation.

Use & Tips

• Changing the nib: Unscrew the barrel cap anticlockwise, pull out the empty cartridge, insert the new replacement nib – then screw the barrel back on and test briefly on paper until the ink flows evenly.
• Choosing ink: The TRC Brass Ink Roller works with standard fountain pen cartridges (European format). This allows you to use many coloured inks – from slate blue to warm browns and greens that harmonise well with the aged brass body.
• Cleaning before changing: When changing colours, it's advisable to rinse the cartridge holder briefly with lukewarm water before inserting the new nib and cartridge.
• Paper recommendation: On smooth, calendered paper, the 0.5 mm rollball runs most cleanly – less fibre roughening, sharper edges, no ball sinking.
• Preventive care: If you don't use the pen for an extended period, it's worth capping the nib with a protective cap to prevent premature drying out.

For Brass Enthusiasts

The TRC Brass Ink Roller is designed as a lifelong companion – the body develops an individual patina through oxidation that becomes more distinctive with every month of use. The replacement nib logically extends this philosophy: don't throw it away, repair it and keep writing. If you maintain your pen regularly and replace the nib as needed, you have a writing instrument for life.

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